Convection Flashcards
1
Q
What is convection?
A
the transfer of heat by the circulation or movement via the heated parts of a liquid or a gas.
2
Q
What causes convection?
A
Convection is caused by differences in air density (due to differences in temperature).
Warm and lightweight air rises, while cold and dense air falls.
3
Q
What particles does convection affect?
A
Gases.
4
Q
What is convection used for?
A
Normally, the mass transfer of fluids.
